1949 Allard K1 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 228 kg more than 1949 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard K1 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Allard | Jaguar |
| Model | K1 | XK |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |
